Principal Interconnect and I/O Architect

Job Overview:

In the Arm Central Technology Systems group we provide domain-specific leadership across multiple sectors, including mobile, infrastructure, and automotive. We are looking for an interconnect and I/O expert to join and further strengthen this diverse group. We work in small teams, so your contributions will make a difference!

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership in the definition of the I/O subsystem architecture and technical strategy
• Drive collaboration and find consensus as you engage with architects, software, partners, standards bodies, system designers, IP teams, and performance analysis teams
• Define and help prioritize technical requirements for future Arm products
• Identify and take ownership for resolving complex issues
• Some travel to worldwide Arm and customer sites may be required

Required Skills and Experience :

• Bachelors or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering
• Consistent track record, with at least 7 years of industry experience in identifying and translating server requirements into system solutions and motivation to share your unique expertise and technical perspectives to positively contribute to Arm's success
• Deep knowledge of PCI Express and similar interconnect protocols, including deadlock analysis, flow control, and ordering
• Demonstrated ability to generate consistent, complete, and concise written specifications and excellent communication (written, verbal, presentation) skills in order to effectively connect with cross-functional teams both locally and across sites

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :

• Understanding of general-purpose CPU microarchitecture, including knowledge of areas such as processor pipelines, caches, memory hierarchy, and multi-processor systems
• Deep understanding of system component inter-dependencies including CPU, cache, memory, system interconnect, and peripherals
• Knowledge of datacenter system architecture requirements for enabling integrated and discrete accelerators
• Understanding of Software Architecture, RAS, QoS, Power Management, Security, Firmware, and Virtualization aspects, especially as it relates to I/O devices
• Experience with development, modeling, prototype, validation, bring-up, or production support of host and device implementations
• Experience with the Arm architecture and AMBA protocols
• Experience with networking protocols like Ethernet, RDMA, or InfiniBand
• Experience with storage protocols such as SATA and NVMe

In Return:

We are proud to have a set of behaviors that reflect our culture and guide our decisions, defining how we work together. These behaviors are assessed as part of the hiring process:

• Partner and customer focus
• Teamwork and communication
• Creativity and innovation
• Team and personal development
• Impact and influence
• Deliver on your promises

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Hybrid Working at Arm

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Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.